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LOCATION: KENT, WASHINGTON (ONSITE)JOB SUMMARYAs a Quality Engineer III, you’ll provide leadership in quality and inspection planning, change management, and Bill of Material (BOM) planning. In this role, you’ll ensure consistency, accuracy, and reliability across processes and quality controls by guiding review boards, approving specifications, analyzing corrective actions, and conducting audits.
PRINCIPAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
- Review contracts, drawings, and specifications to develop quality plans and inspection criteria; approve production planning for quality, first article, and inspection requirements.
- Create and maintain quality documentation to support accuracy and compliance.
- Communicate quality standards internally and externally; maintain strong customer relationships and support workforce training.
- Review and process non-conforming materials; lead corrective and preventive actions and support MRB activities.
- Conduct internal and external audits; evaluate findings and implement corrective actions.
- Lead strategic quality planning and drive cross-functional initiatives, including enterprise-level improvement and innovation projects.
- Develop and implement supplier quality strategies and global alignment programs.
- Utilize predictive analytics and digital quality systems to enhance quality performance.
- Mentor level I & II QEs and other team members; provide formal leadership in quality projects.
QUALIFICATIONS
Education/Experience
- Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Quality, or related field required; master’s preferred.
- 5+ years of experience in quality engineering with leadership responsibilities.
- Expertise in quality management systems, compliance standards (AS9100, Nadcap), and advanced analytics.
- Proven ability in strategic planning, supplier quality management, and cross-functional leadership.
- Strong leadership, communication, and influencing skills with a strategic decision-making mindset.
- Experience with digital transformation in quality, predictive tools, and data analytics platforms.
- Advanced problem-solving skills and innovation mindset; proficiency in Lean/Six Sigma (certification strongly preferred).
- ASQ certifications (CQE preferred) and Certified Lead Auditor training desirable.
- Ability to interpret technical drawings and specifications, including MBD; familiarity with measurement and inspection equipment.
- Experience with composite materials and lean manufacturing is a plus.
Kaleidoscope, an Infosys Company, is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, spouse of protected veteran, or disability.
Skills Required
- Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Quality, or a related field
- At least 5 years of quality engineering experience with leadership responsibilities
- Expertise in quality management systems and compliance standards, including AS9100 and Nadcap
- Experience with strategic planning, supplier quality management, and cross-functional leadership
- Experience with digital transformation in quality, predictive tools, and data analytics platforms
- Advanced problem-solving skills and an innovation mindset
- Proficiency in Lean/Six Sigma
- Ability to interpret technical drawings and specifications, including MBD
- Familiarity with measurement and inspection equipment
- Master’s degree
- Lean/Six Sigma certification
- ASQ certification, preferably Certified Quality Engineer (CQE)
- Certified Lead Auditor training
- Experience with composite materials and lean manufacturing
What We Do
When clients come to us for product design and development, they get a full range of technical expertise and laboratory resources, but they also get a team that’s relentless when it comes to solving problems and creating designs that are the ideal combination of function and form. What does that mean? We build tools that save lives. For surgeons, it means they have tools that not only address but anticipate their needs, which helps improve their patients’ outcomes. We create products that save money and ensure safety. For people juggling family, work, and other demands, it means they have products that provide real help in managing their everyday lives. And for businesses, it means their bottom line is supported with durable tools that improve efficiency and protect their teams. From concept to production plan, or at any phase in between, we are a partner that can extend your product development know-how or provide additional mindpower to free up in-house teams.



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